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"If you think the Star Wars: Episode VII casting process is finished, the Force is not strong with you.

Several sources tell The Hollywood Reporter that director J.J. Abrams has another substantial role to fill — and it's a female part. No further details are known.

That might be good news for a vocal segment of Star Wars fans that have bemoaned the lack females in the six previous films and the just-announced new cast. In Tuesday’s big announcement, newcomer Daisy Ridley is the only woman among the crop of actors joining the franchise, which include John Boyega, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson and Max von Sydow.

Earlier this year, THR revealed that the production was seeking a mixed-raced female in her twenties. The director did meet with 12 Years a Slave actress Lupita Nyong'o just before the Oscars, although it is not known for what part. And at one point, speculation centered on unknown British actress Maisie Richardson-Sellers. It is unclear if that young female part still exists or if it has been removed due to rewrites."

When the casting calls were released, there were two female roles so here's hoping! I'd love it to be Lupita or that newcomer, Maisie.

The Hollywood Reporter also said in a tweet that all the rumors about actors in London over the past few days forced their hand a bit and made them put out the casting announcement early. So maybe they just haven't finalized a contract for another female role?